Ornate Ctenopoma (Microctenopoma ansorgii)
Fish in the family Anabantidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameMicroctenopoma ansorgii
FamilyAnabantidae
Also known asOrange Bush Fish, Ansorge's Ctenopoma, Ornate Bushfish
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Adult size3.1 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-8 dGH
Appearance
Small bushfish with alternating dark and orange-brown vertical bars that intensify in displaying males; the most colorful Ctenopoma relative.
Difficulty and care for the Ornate Ctenopoma
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Congo basin, Central Africa
Keeper notes
Relatively peaceful for a bush fish but will eat very small fish and shrimp. A shy bubble-nester best in a quiet soft-water planted tank.
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